Chamomile {Matricaria chamomilla}
Asteraceae family
Energetics ~
Sweet, bitter, warm, aromatic
Herbal Actions ~
Nervine ~ Reduces anxiety + induces calm, Useful for Insomnia, ADD + ADHD symptoms, relaxes nervous system
Useful for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Carminative/ Digestive support ~ helps with/ gas, bloating + nervous belly, Useful for stomach cramps/ IBS
Anti inflammatory
Anti spasmodic
PMS support ~ both mood + pain
Helps with symptoms of endometriosis as well as suppresses the growth of endometriosis cells
Useful against hay fever
Anti cancer ~ significant anticancer activities against androgen-refractory human prostrate cancer PC-3 cells
Herbal Constituents ~
flavonoids, coumarins, volatile oils, terpenes, sterols, organic acids + polysaccharides
Apigenin (flavonoid) anti inflammatory that binds to benzodiazepine receptors + potentiates the activity at GABA A receptors
Topical Uses ~
Anti inflammatory, antiseptic, anti fungal, soothing
Chamomile’s flavonoids + essential oils penetrate below the skin surface into the deeper skin layers
Useful for diaper rash, eczema, hemorrhoids (ointment or bath), inflammation of mucous membranes of mouth + throat (gargle), wound healing (increases speed)
*avoid if sensitivity to aster family
